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Turn Off Dark Mode in Chrome With These Steps [+Video]
This can be done right from the Chrome settings
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Updated onApril 8, 2024
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Dark mode is great if you work at night and want your screen to be easy on the eyes, but how do you turn off dark mode in Chrome?
It’s easier than you think, and this guide will show you the best ways to do it.
How do I get rid of dark mode in Chrome?
1. Use Google settings
2. Select Light Mode in Windows 10
We also have a guide on how toenable dark mode in Windows 10, so don’t miss it.
Quick Tip:
The option to switch between a light mode and a dark mode experience is one of the fantastic features integrated into the Opera One browser theme.
The transition is quick and straightforward since it’s only a few clicks away inside Opera One’s customization menus and features.
Opera One
3. Select Light Mode in Windows 11
4. Select Light Mode in macOS
To turn off dark mode in Chrome on Mac, you just need to turn the system-wide dark mode and that’s it.
5. Use Google Chrome’s Settings in Windows or macOS
6. Check the Target path box for Google Chrome in Windows or macOS
7. Turn off Dark Mode for Web Contents flag in Windows or macOS
You can disable the Surface control flag on some devices by following similar steps to disable the dark mode. Keep in mind that not all versions of Chrome have it.
8. Restore Chrome Settings in Windows or macOS
9. Disable Chrome Dark Mode on other devices/platforms
On iOS, the only way to change Dark Mode settings for Google Chrome is to access Settings for all apps, just like in the easy steps provided above.
Why is Dark Mode so popular?
According to aTwitter pollfor the Google Chrome team, people use Dark Mode because it’s easier on the eyes, it’s elegant and beautiful, and it consumes less battery.
Simply put, people often choose Dark Mode, especially for its low-light settings, as it could potentially reduce eye strain and dry eyes in low-light conditions.
Light Mode vs Dark Mode
With the arrival of CRT monitors that could emit brighter lights and colors and the advent of GUIs, Light Mode entered people’s homes, pockets, and hearts.
This until someextensive researchon the side effects of a white screen turned giants like Google to offer their products in dark mode, i.e. Google Chrome Dark Mode.
So, as with any trend that comes and goes, Light Mode made room for its sibling, and people turned to Dark Mode for more comfort, aesthetics, and improved battery life for their devices.
What are the advantages of Dark Mode?
Besides the sleek look, people with light sensitivity or visual impairment can benefit from Dark Mode as it’s easier to read and look at a screen when the emitted light is low.
Recent studiesalso show that bright screens restrict melatonin production, allowing the human body to get a good night’s sleep.
With Dark Mode, when browsing on your device, the light from your screen will be easier on the eyes, and in the long term, that is something to consider, especially if you work in front of a screen all day.
Don’t hesitate to check out our guide on how to activateFacebook’s Dark Mode in your browser. You can alsoturn on Dark Mode on Messenger, especially at night.
You can alsoenable dark mode on YouTubefor more immersive video viewing experience. If you’re not a fan of Chrome, we also have a guide on thebest browsers with dark mode, so don’t miss it.
If you have any questions, suggestions, or something to add about the subject, feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments section.
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Matthew Adams
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Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.
He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.
In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.
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